Roadtrip with RVshare Salt Lake City to Las Vegas

Few destinations offer greater diversity than the American West. Starting from Salt Lake City, you can soak up the Utah Lake vibes and cruise down to Cedar City to check out the Utah Shakespeare Festival before heading into the grandeur of places like the Strip of Las Vegas. You can expect to see other gorgeous places along this drive, such as the Utah State Capitol and several national parks. If you are looking to get a taste of everything from forests and deserts to mountains and canyons, then check out this road trip itinerary from Salt Lake City to Las Vegas.

Nearby National Parks

If you enjoy the splendor of national parks, then you'll have to make some side stops during your Salt Lake City to Las Vegas RV road trip. Some of America's most scenic protected areas can be found in the Western United States.

Canyonlands National Park

Canyonlands National Park is a great place to visit if you don't mind taking a Moab detour from your Salt Lake City to Las Vegas road trip. The best way to experience the park is to tour the Island in the Sky District, just 32 miles from Moab. From the lofty heights of the Island in the Sky, you can enjoy spectacular views of up to 100 miles in any given direction. Visitors can also take a short day hike or spend a soothing late afternoon enjoying the sunset. You'll also want to take time to enjoy the fascinating views of Canyonlands along the 32-mile paved scenic drive. 

Zion National Park

Zion National Park is located just 55 miles from St. George, Utah. If you make a side excursion to Zion, you'll spot many red rock peaks. Hikers will particularly love this park since there are plenty of hiking trails to try out, including those in Kolob Canyons and Zion Canyon. It would help to reserve a spot in the nearest campgrounds at least a month in advance. Here are more things you can expect to visit at Zion: the Zion Human History Museum, Angels Landing, Emerald Pool Trails, and the Narrows.

Death Valley National Park

There's no need to hasten your Salt Lake City to Las Vegas RV road trip when you can stop at Death Valley National Park. This park is a great place to go hiking in the winter. During other months of the year, you'll want to stop here to catch colorful canyons and get a glimpse of sunrise at Zabriskie Point. You might also want to take a drive along the scenic Badwater Road, search for wildlife in the Mesquite Flat Dunes, or stare down the gaping 600-foot-deep Ubehebe Crater. If you are lucky, you might spot a pupfish from the long boardwalk overlooking Salt Creek. 

Joshua Tree National Park  

End your road trip from Salt Lake City to Las Vegas in style with a visit to Joshua Tree National Park, which is 187 miles from Las Vegas via I-15S. This 1,200-square-mile park is like something out of a fairy tale, with its rolling mountains and a sprawling landscape of giant granite boulders. Visitors can do a lot of exciting things from hiking among the trees and walking to soaking up the serenity of the desert and capturing the beauty in photographs. You might also want to go hiking or bird-watching at the Oasis of Mara, Lost Palms Oasis, or Barker Dam.

Nearby State Parks

There are a number of breathtaking state parks that you'll want to visit on your road trip itinerary from Salt Lake City to Las Vegas. To learn more about them, check out the state park guide on RVshare.

Gunlock State Park

Gunlock State Park is a great place to stop and enjoy a tranquil afternoon picnic at the beach along the Gunlock Reservoir. A mild winter climate and warm water during summer make this park a year-round destination. Situated approximately 15 miles northwest of St. George, Gunlock State Park is an excellent spot for using open kayaks and paddleboards. You might also want to go hiking along the 1.2-mile trail overlooking Gunlock Falls. Since this park offers the darkest skies in the Greater Zion region, you might want to bring your camera for capturing the stars at night.

Snow Canyon State Park

Snow Canyon State Park is another park on your Salt Lake City to Las Vegas road trip route. At this state park near St. George, you can have good views of Joshua trees mixed with beautiful lava cliffs. You can also hike a few scenic trails in this park, including the Sand Dunes Trail, where you'll spot dozens of reptiles crisscrossing the dunes. 

Floyd Lamb State Park

Floyd Lamb State Park is a great place to visit if you want to escape the desert scenery. Perched on 2,040 acres in northwest Las Vegas, this park has four stocked ponds, scenic trails, picnic areas, and horse facilities. Visitors will come face to face with gorgeous peacocks, geese, and ducks. Many ponds in the park support a wealth of animal and plant life, so you can always go wildlife watching. 

Along the Way

Fishlake National Forest

You'll reach Fishlake National Forest in Utah in just under two hours after leaving Salt Lake City. This protected land is a paradise known for its breathtaking aspen forests, elk, trails, mountain biking, sundry scenic drives, and rainbow trout fishing. You can go hiking through the desert canyons or lake fishing in one of the 3,000 acres of mountain lakes and reservoirs. You might also want to try canoeing or boating on the gorgeous Fish Lake.

St. George Utah Temple

Occupying an entire city block, the St. George LDS temple is a must-see on your Salt Lake City to Las Vegas RV road trip. The temple is more than 53 meters high and takes up more than 10,219 square meters inside. This unique temple was built in 1877. Stroll around the temple's grounds to see many beautiful flowering plants and mature trees, which are exceptionally lovely during spring.

Virgin Valley Heritage Museum

With about 80 miles to go before reaching Las Vegas, make a side excursion at this museum in Mesquite. It's dedicated to educating guests on Southern Nevada's pioneer history.

Las Vegas Strip

The Las Vegas Strip, a 2.5-mile section of Las Vegas Boulevard, is lined with countless resorts and hotels, many with awe-inspiring themes and performance venues. Take a walk along the Strip and drink in the sights. If you want to experience nightlife in Las Vegas, stay on the Strip and enjoy the city's glittering neon signs.

Main Cities You Will Pass Through

While traveling from Salt Lake City to Las Vegas through Interstate 15's most iconic attractions will add a couple of hours to your trip, it's worth it. Plus, the West is home to many beautiful campgrounds, and you'll find plenty of dump stations to keep you clean and comfortable.

St. George, Utah

Known for its desert landscapes and proximity to several national and state parks, St. George is an exciting place to stop on your road trip. Take time to explore the beauty and history of this city by spending the night at one of the nearby campgrounds.

Provo, Utah

Provo is about 45 minutes south of Salt Lake City. It's situated right on Utah Lake, and it's home to Brigham Young University. Spend some time at one of the campgrounds in Provo before you continue on with your road trip.

Henderson, Nevada

Explore ancient rocks, restaurants, vibrant casinos, and the Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area when you stop at Henderson. There are plenty of excellent campgrounds nearby where you can find cozy places to sleep.

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To truly enjoy the itinerary along this road trip, rent an RV in Salt Lake City on RVshare.com. You can have even more flexibility and freedom to make this trip backward with an RV rental in Las Vegas. The only thing you have to decide is how long you want your road trip to be!